Deputy Director Youth and Family Services UN

Deputy Director Youth and Family Services UN

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2600702

Department

Family & Community Services

Division

FC-Department Adm

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 12:00 AM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

NU

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Position Summary

The Deputy Director of Youth and Family Services works under the direction of the Director of Youth and Family Services and assists in the management, coordination, and oversight of departmental programs, operations, and service delivery. This position provides leadership over assigned program areas, supports departmental performance management, and ensures alignment with established goals, policies, and budgetary parameters.

The Deputy Director serves as a key operational leader, translating the Director's strategic direction into effective program execution and ensuring consistent service delivery across direct service programs and contracted nonprofit providers.

This is an unclassified at-will position.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Assist the Director in managing and overseeing departmental operations, programs, and service delivery activities.

• Provide direct oversight of assigned divisions, programs, or initiatives within Youth and Family Services, including both City-operated and contracted services.

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental goals, work plans, policies, and procedures.

• Oversee day-to-day program operations to ensure services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with applicable regulations, contracts, and funding requirements.

• Monitor program performance, outcomes, and service metrics; identify operational challenges and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.

• Assist in the administration of the department budget, including monitoring expenditures, forecasting needs, and ensuring alignment with approved funding levels.

• Provide guidance and supervision to managers and supervisory staff; support workforce development, performance management, and staff accountability.

• Coordinate with nonprofit service providers to ensure contract compliance, service quality, and alignment with departmental priorities.

• Represent the department in meetings, workgroups, and community forums as assigned by the Director.

• Serve as acting Director in the Director's absence, as designated.

• Foster collaborative relationships with City departments, community partners, and external stakeholders to support integrated service delivery.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in assigned areas.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, social work, human services, education, business administration, or a related field preferred; and

Nine (9) years experience in human services program management, public administration, or nonprofit leadership preferred; and

To include six (6) years of supervisory experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

• Human services administration, including youth, family, housing, health, and community-based programs.
• Operational characteristics, services and activities and complex operations
• Principles and practices of program development and administration
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
• Methods and techniques of research and analysis
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
• Principles and practices of performance measurement and assessment

Preferred Skills and Ability

• Interpret, explain and enforce departmental policies, procedures and applicable ordinances, codes and regulations
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff
• Coordinate division activities and programs with outside agencies and divisions
• Meet programmatic and regulatory requirements and deadlines
• Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs
• Participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives and procedures
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets
• Prepare administrative and financial reports
• Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions; project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Respond to questions and concerns from City employees and the public
• Perform essential and supplemental functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

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I acknowledge that I am applying for an unclassified at-will position. Interviews may or may not be conducted as unclassified positions can be appointed.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV